A Union Of People: The Changes, The Challenges
A corporate video about workplace reform, enterprise bargaining and workplace deregulation.
ACTU Campaign Ads 2005
Television campaign ads highlighting the threat of Work Choices legislation to ordinary workers.
All In A Day’s Work
A government informational film about the introduction of mechanised industrial handling equipment after World War Two.
AMIEU – The Story Of Your Union
A promotional video by the meat workers union highlighting the benefits of union membership.
APHEDA Union Aid Abroad
A conference video presentation about union overseas humanitarian aid for workers.
ATP Interview Eveleigh Workshops– Richard Butcher
An interview with Richard Butcher about the Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Sydney.
Australia And Your Future – No.1 Men Wanted
A government informational film aimed at attracting discharged British servicemen to Australia as workers after World War Two.
Australian Trade Unions
A documentary telling the story of Australian Trade Unions and their place in contemporary Australian society.
Australian Unions – Working For A Better Life
A promotional video highlighting the contribution unions have made to improving the lives of Australian workers.
Backs To The Blast
A documentary about the devastating impact of uranium mining, processing and nuclear bomb testing in South Australia in the 1950s.
Battle: The Road To Ratios Legislation
A short documentary about nurse to patient ratios legislation for Victorian public hospitals.
Bridge Riggers Have Nerves Of Steel – Australian Diary 89
A newsreel showing painters and maintenance workers on the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the 1950s.
CBA Central Coast: A Case Study In Unity
A video about banking workers fighting unfair performance targets.
CFMEU Mining & Energy National Conference – For A Clean, Safe and Secure Future
A CFMEU Mining & Energy National Conference presentation in 2007.
CFMEU MWCU Maritime Workers Credit Union
A conference video presentation about the Maritime Workers Credit Union.
Coal Dust, The Invisible Killer
A short documentary highlighting the dangers of dust to the health of mine workers.
Coal Mining The Modern Way – Newcastle NSW
A newsreel about mechanised coal mining in Newcastle, New South Wales in the 1950s.
Conference Highlights – Working Together
A conference video presentation of highlights of the 2004 MUA National Conference.
Edna Ryan – A Political Life
A documentary featuring legendary political activist and unionist Edna Ryan.
Eight Hour Day At Tamworth 1916
A newsreel of the 1916 Labour Day parade in Tamworth New South Wales.
Eight Hour Day Procession – Melbourne 1939
Footage of an Eight Hour Day procession through Melbourne in 1939.
Every Day’s A Challenge
A promotional video highlighting the problem of violence against healthcare workers.
Field Day Interview Eveleigh Workshops – Bill Driver
An interview with Bill Driver about the Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Sydney.
Field Day Interview Eveleigh Workshops – Bob Rhymes
An interview with Bob Rhymes about the Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Sydney.
Field Day Interview Eveleigh Workshops – Ian Mair
An interview with Ian Mair about the Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Sydney.
Field Day Interview Eveleigh Workshops – Jack Mulcahy
An interview with Jack Mulcahy about the Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Sydney.
Field Day Interview Eveleigh Workshops – Nerida
An interview with a descendent of railway workers at the Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Sydney.
Field Day Interview Eveleigh Workshops – Robert Wright
An interview with Robert Wright about the Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Sydney.
First Aboriginal Skipper At Sydney Ferries
A short documentary about the first Aboriginal skipper for Sydney's Ferries.
From The Mines To The Ships – Our Strength Is In The Chain
A conference video presentation about the threat of globalisation and the need for unions to work together worldwide.
Globalising Solidarity
A conference video presentation about globalisation and the need for Australian unionists to engage with workers around the world.
Globalising Solidarity – Extended Version
An extended conference video presentation about globalisation and the need for Australian unionists to engage with workers around the world.
Grocon: A Dispute About Safety
A short documentary about the CFMEU's dispute with Grocon over safety.
Hola Australia
A short documentary in which the three winners of the 2005 MUA film competition travel to Cuba.
In Working Memory
A compilation of footage depicting underground mining, railways and locomotive manufacturing in Australia.
Inaugural MUA National Youth Conference Oct 3-5 2007
A conference video presentation about unions and youth.
Industry Sharks
A conference video presentation about joining up divers in recreational diving industry to MUA.
International Solidarity
A short documentary about the role of the Maritime Union of Australia in supporting workers and causes worldwide.
Interview With Jack O’Shea
Interview footage with a miner about industrial turmoil on the NSW coalfields.
Interview With Jason Travis
Interview footage with a miner about the dangers of individual contracts.
Interview With Malcolm and Bernie Peters
Interview footage about the Federal Government fining strikers.
Job Security: Fighting From The Front
A DVD about job security and workplace safety for maritime workers.
Longwall Mining At Invincible Colliery
A short documentary demonstrating longwall mining at Invincible Colliery.
Making A Start In Australia
A government informational film aimed at European migrants to Australia in the 1970s.
Manic Studios – Frittering It All Away
A satirical campaign ad against the repeal of the Resources Tax.
Manic Studios – Larry Is Sad
A satirical campaign ad against the repeal of the Resources Tax and 457 visas.
Manic Studios – Larry Launch
A satirical campaign ad against the mining industry's use of 457 visa workers.
Manic Studios – Larry Needs More
A satirical campaign ad against the mining industry's use of 457 visa workers.
Manic Studios – Larry No Locals
A satirical campaign ad against the mining industry's use of 457 visa workers.
Manic Studios – Larry OH&S
A satirical campaign ad against the mining industry's use of 457 visa workers.
Manic Studios – Mine Safety A Matter of Life And Death
A satirical campaign ad against removing union safety inspectors from Queensland mines.
Manic Studios – What Have Unions Ever Done For Us?
A satirical campaign ad promoting the gains won by trade unions for workers.
Manic Studios – Where Is Marius BBQ
A satirical campaign ad protesting BHP's neglect of coal mining communities in Central Queensland.
Maritime Unions Of Australia Going For Growth
A conference video presentation of interviews about increasing union membership.
Michelle O’Neil: There Is Extraordinary Power In Workers Sticking Together
A promotional video about ACTU President Michelle O'Neil.
Motor Car Body Building Is Important Industry – Australian Diary 45
A newsreel showing Australian car manufacturing in the 1950s.
MUA 2008 National Conference Opening Video
A conference video presentation highlighting the Maritime Union of Australia's fight to protect workers worldwide.
Naked Into The Jungle – Rio Tinto, Workers and Communities
A short documentary that charts the global conduct of mining giant Rio Tinto.
Not Only The Need
A short documentary highlighting the lack of affordable and decent housing in 1950s Australia.
Oaky North Mine Christmas Letter
A campaign commercial against the Oaky North Mine lockout in Queensland.
Offshore
A conference video presentation recounting the efforts of offshore oil and gas workers to find common ground with employers.
Open Cut Safety, Induction Training
A short documentary concerning open cut coal mine safety for new workers.
Pearling – A Culture of Cover Up
A conference video presentation of about problems facing workers in the pearling industry in Western Australia.
Pensions For Veterans
A short documentary that charts the Waterside Workers Federation's 1953 campaign to win pensions.
Peter Garrett at Austar Coalmine – March 13 2007
Archive footage of Peter Garett visiting the Austar coal mine.
Power From The Snow
A government film about the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme and the building of the Guthega Dam.
Powlett Express Newsreel
Early newsreel footage of union and community events in the Wonthaggi District.
Preventing Disaster: Learning From Longford
An academic analysis of the 1998 Longford Gas Plant explosion in Victoria.
Rail Town
A government film showcasing the railway town of Port Augusta in South Australia in the 1950s.
Red Matildas
Three Australian women recount how the hardships of the Depression forged their politics and inspired them to fight for social justice.
Rockin For Rights
A conference video presentation highlighting an event by musicians against Work Choices legislation.
Saving Millers Point Compilation
A compilation of footage about the Millers Point public housing redevelopment on Sydney Harbour.
Securing Workers’ Entitlements
A union video about protecting workers' entitlements when companies become insolvent.
Slavery and Exploitation: Human Trafficking in Australia
A corporate video about human trafficking, slavery and forced labour in Australia.
SRF SERF Merger Of The Two
A conference video presentation about superannuation for maritime workers.
Steam Power – The Eveleigh Railway Workshops
A short documentary charting the history of Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Sydney.
Stolt Australia
A short documentary about the MUA's fight to stop a vessel being registered offshore and the crew sacked.
Story Of A City
A government film showcasing the industrial city of Newcastle in New South Wales in 1945.
The Change At Groote
A short documentary about the impact of a manganese mine on indigenous workers and community on Groote Eylandt island.
The Coal Miner
A government short documentary about mine mechanisation in New South Wales in the 1950s.
The Helping Hand: The Story Of The Good Neighbour Movement
A government informational film promoting the work of the Good Neighbour Movement in welcoming migrants to Australia in the 1960s.
The Hungry Miles
A short documentary that recounts the struggles of Australian waterside workers from the Great Depression to the 1950s.
The Past We Inherit The Future We Build – Fred Moore With Andrew Denton
Extended ABC TV interview between Andrew Denton and Fred Moore.
The Union At Work
A conference video presentation profiling the challenges facing workers on the Spirit of Tasmania ferry.
Time, Place and Circumstances – The Brian Miller Story
A tribute video to construction worker and unionist Brian Miller.
Tough Men Tough Times – Stories From The Great Depression
A short documentary about the Depression and the struggles of the working class.
Trade Unions Celebrate Historic Occasion – Australian Diary
A newsreel of the 1955 Labour Day parade in Sydney.
Unions Work For Women
A promotional video aimed at encouraging women in education to join their union.
United Services Union Sponsorship 2005 – Newcastle Knights
A promotional video on the United Services Union's sponsorship of the Newcastle Knights.
United We Bargain
A promotional video highlighting union campaigns in the health sector in Western Australia in the 1990s.
Victoria Converts Brown Coal To Power And Light – Australian Diary 14
A newsreel about the Yallourn brown coal mine and power house in Victoria in the 1940s.
View From Below
A short documentary introducing new coal miners to underground work and safety measures.
Wharfies
A documenting charting the history of the Waterside Workers Federation from 1902 to the 1980s.
What About The Workers’ Workers
A short documentary about mostly female union workers going on strike against their own male dominated union.
Whatever It Takes
A short documentary about equal pay for women in community and disability services.
WWF Film News No.1
A newsreel shot by the Waterside Workers Federation Film Unit about the 1956 Margins Dispute.
Your Rights At Work: Worth Fighting For – Melbourne National Day of Action
A campaign video against Work Choices legislation.